Beaches and activities
Snorkeling and Scuba diving:
The best snorkelling sites are located north of Sodwana Bay, where excellent visibility and well over 1 000 fish species are the main attraction.
Turtle Tours:
Our aim is to make the tourist and the general public aware of the plight of our endangered turtles and their struggle for survival. We also strive to give the tourist a “once in a lifetime experience”, while focusing on the importance of the preservation and conservation of our wildlife and the environment. We do beach drives in the evenings to see the loggerhead and leatherback turtles nest and hatch on our beaches and we also do game viewing excursions to the major “Big Five” game parks in the area.
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Sodwana Bay
Snorkeling and Scuba diving:
The best snorkelling sites are located north of Sodwana Bay, where excellent visibility and well over 1 000 fish species are the main attraction.
Turtle Tours:
Our aim is to make the tourist and the general public aware of the plight of our endangered turtles and their struggle for survival. We also strive to give the tourist a “once in a lifetime experience”, while focusing on the importance of the preservation and conservation of our wildlife and the environment. We do beach drives in the evenings to see the loggerhead and leatherback turtles nest and hatch on our beaches and we also do game viewing excursions to the major “Big Five” game parks in the area.
This KwaZulu-Natal nature reserve offers sheltered beaches, rock pools and ledges surrounded by the wetlands and coastal forest of iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Cape Vidal is wonderful for observing marine life at low tide while snorkelling.
The bay has a launch site for deep-sea fishing excursions (including spearfishing) and ski boats. Snorkelers can keep a look out for the remains of the ship called Dorothea which was lost in these waters in 1898 - the wreck has never been found.
The winter months are when you can see Humpback Whales in the sea, as they migrate up the East coast of South Africa on their way to Mozambique to give birth, and in summer Leatherback and Loggerhead sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs.
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Cape Vidal
This KwaZulu-Natal nature reserve offers sheltered beaches, rock pools and ledges surrounded by the wetlands and coastal forest of iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Cape Vidal is wonderful for observing marine life at low tide while snorkelling.
The bay has a launch site for deep-sea fishing excursions (including spearfishing) and ski boats. Snorkelers can keep a look out for the remains of the ship called Dorothea which was lost in these waters in 1898 - the wreck has never been found.
The winter months are when you can see Humpback Whales in the sea, as they migrate up the East coast of South Africa on their way to Mozambique to give birth, and in summer Leatherback and Loggerhead sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs.
Do you want to go to the outlying and lesser-known reefs? Would you like to dive as long as your air supply allows
without a specific dive time? If so, Pisces Diving is a great choice.
You will be greeted with smiles all around by our enthusiastic, experienced and passionate team!
The divemasters love taking their clients to five, six, seven and nine mile reefs. As these reefs are further away they are not as busy as the two mile reef and you get to explore that little piece of Africa without too much underwater traffic.
While you are underwater, the Pisces team takes it slow allowing you take it all in, this relaxed style of diving ensures that your air supply lasts longer enabling longer dive times.
You will be briefed and debriefed by the very knowledgeable team, wowed by all the small stuff underwater and if the weather is not co-operating above the sea, you might even get a free cup of hot chocolate or milo to warm you up when you are back on solid ground.
Pisces Diving Sodwana Bay
Do you want to go to the outlying and lesser-known reefs? Would you like to dive as long as your air supply allows
without a specific dive time? If so, Pisces Diving is a great choice.
You will be greeted with smiles all around by our enthusiastic, experienced and passionate team!
The divemasters love taking their clients to five, six, seven and nine mile reefs. As these reefs are further away they are not as busy as the two mile reef and you get to explore that little piece of Africa without too much underwater traffic.
While you are underwater, the Pisces team takes it slow allowing you take it all in, this relaxed style of diving ensures that your air supply lasts longer enabling longer dive times.
You will be briefed and debriefed by the very knowledgeable team, wowed by all the small stuff underwater and if the weather is not co-operating above the sea, you might even get a free cup of hot chocolate or milo to warm you up when you are back on solid ground.
Managed and owned by Jacques and Amanda van Jaarsveld, Adventure Mania in KwaZulu Natal operates within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park in Sodwana Bay and takes pride in personally taking care of all of our scuba divers, clients and students. Jacques and Amanda, both Scuba Diving Instructors, thrive best when sharing their knowledge and experiences with people. Scuba Diving in Sodwana Bay is without doubt one of the most incredible experiences and with Adventure Mania, you will be ensured of the best adventures possible.
Adventure Mania - Sodwana Bay Scuba Diving
Sodwana Bay Main RoadManaged and owned by Jacques and Amanda van Jaarsveld, Adventure Mania in KwaZulu Natal operates within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park in Sodwana Bay and takes pride in personally taking care of all of our scuba divers, clients and students. Jacques and Amanda, both Scuba Diving Instructors, thrive best when sharing their knowledge and experiences with people. Scuba Diving in Sodwana Bay is without doubt one of the most incredible experiences and with Adventure Mania, you will be ensured of the best adventures possible.
Food scene
At the end of an exciting and exhilarating tour of the park, why not relax at Rafikis, where you can sit back and reflect on the day’s activities.
The Fig Tree Restaurant
At the end of an exciting and exhilarating tour of the park, why not relax at Rafikis, where you can sit back and reflect on the day’s activities.
Delishh Restaurant
Family Restaurant Full a la carte menu
Situated at Ilala Weavers, in the heart of Hluhluwe, Zululand...we bring you a unique experience like no other in the area.
Ngweni Railroad Brewery & Cafe
1 Ngweni RoadSituated at Ilala Weavers, in the heart of Hluhluwe, Zululand...we bring you a unique experience like no other in the area.
Best restaurant in Sodwana Bay, where you can order Fresh line fish and Malva Pudding with ice cream. Great service!
EAT Restaurant and Bar
Best restaurant in Sodwana Bay, where you can order Fresh line fish and Malva Pudding with ice cream. Great service!
Parks and Nature
Zulu Croc offers a hands-on crocodile and snake experience, bringing these fascinating creatures up close and personal and allowing you to actually feel and touch some of the world’s most feared reptiles. This awesome interactive encounter will no doubt leave you with many unforgettable images and memories.
Visit our “Snake O Zeum” where our guides give daily demonstrations and informative talks on snakes in general. Their infectious enthusiasm is clearly evident and their willingness to share and impart knowledge adds to their popularity.
Our Guides professional snake handling skills are put to the test as they boldly interact with and discuss highly venomous species such as puff adders, cobras and boomslangs, much to the amazement and awe of the visitors.
Check out in close detail, the snake with the longest fangs in the world, the Gaboon Adder, and see the impressive and defensive hoods of several of the deadly cobra species. Learn about their movements, their venom types and their danger to us, as well as get acquainted with a few of the large colorful and impressive constrictor species.
This interaction is further enhanced by the utilization of informative audio and visual technology turning a simple demonstration into a rich, rewarding wildlife experience.
Set in safe and tranquil surroundings, the park meanders through cycad lined pathways, leading to a variety of secure, spacious and well maintained crocodile enclosures where the guides are always on hand to answer any questions and offer assistance if needed. Here the Nile crocodile is king and specimens of varying sizes, from hatchling’s to behemoths of close to a ton, can be seen. A Restaurant with succulent meals, bar, curio shop and clean restroom facilities are also available.
Our Guides passion for reptiles goes far beyond the mere capturing of snakes and crocodiles. They are people’s persons, nature lovers and conservationists, always willing to assist with problem reptiles posing an immediate danger to surrounding workers or inhabitants. They are always quick to react to the many calls they receives on a daily basis.
Our Guides also work hand in hand with local nature conservation authorities especially when it comes to the removal of rogue or man-eating crocodiles.
For an unforgettable experience set in a safe and serene environment, visit Zulu Croc where our team eagerly await your arrival.
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We offer free WIFI when you use the restaurant.
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Zulu Croc
R22Zulu Croc offers a hands-on crocodile and snake experience, bringing these fascinating creatures up close and personal and allowing you to actually feel and touch some of the world’s most feared reptiles. This awesome interactive encounter will no doubt leave you with many unforgettable images and memories.
Visit our “Snake O Zeum” where our guides give daily demonstrations and informative talks on snakes in general. Their infectious enthusiasm is clearly evident and their willingness to share and impart knowledge adds to their popularity.
Our Guides professional snake handling skills are put to the test as they boldly interact with and discuss highly venomous species such as puff adders, cobras and boomslangs, much to the amazement and awe of the visitors.
Check out in close detail, the snake with the longest fangs in the world, the Gaboon Adder, and see the impressive and defensive hoods of several of the deadly cobra species. Learn about their movements, their venom types and their danger to us, as well as get acquainted with a few of the large colorful and impressive constrictor species.
This interaction is further enhanced by the utilization of informative audio and visual technology turning a simple demonstration into a rich, rewarding wildlife experience.
Set in safe and tranquil surroundings, the park meanders through cycad lined pathways, leading to a variety of secure, spacious and well maintained crocodile enclosures where the guides are always on hand to answer any questions and offer assistance if needed. Here the Nile crocodile is king and specimens of varying sizes, from hatchling’s to behemoths of close to a ton, can be seen. A Restaurant with succulent meals, bar, curio shop and clean restroom facilities are also available.
Our Guides passion for reptiles goes far beyond the mere capturing of snakes and crocodiles. They are people’s persons, nature lovers and conservationists, always willing to assist with problem reptiles posing an immediate danger to surrounding workers or inhabitants. They are always quick to react to the many calls they receives on a daily basis.
Our Guides also work hand in hand with local nature conservation authorities especially when it comes to the removal of rogue or man-eating crocodiles.
For an unforgettable experience set in a safe and serene environment, visit Zulu Croc where our team eagerly await your arrival.
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We offer free WIFI when you use the restaurant.
Hippo Facts
St Lucia, South Africa is situated in KwaZulu Natal and is also situated within iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa's very first world heritage site. The town is almost entirely surrounded by water on the west side the St Lucia Estuary the largest in Africa and on the east side the Indian Ocean.
St Lucia and the surrounding area is home to a large variety of wildlife including an approximate number of 800 Hippos. These Hippos reside in the estuary by day and they may be viewed while out on a Hippo and Croc boat cruise. These tours run daily and if possible try to join the sunset trips as they are just incredible. These Hippos graze an incredible amount of grass each evening and thus some of the Hippos can be seen each evening grazing on the lawns in the town of St Lucia. What an incredible sight I assure you. Should you be overnighting At Heritage House then you are certainly in for a treat as they are seen quite regularly outside the property.
It is estimated that each Hippo will graze up to 30 kilograms of grass each evening. The name Hippopotamus means river horse and is commonly referred to as a Hippo. The Hippo is also the third largest land mammal.
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St Lucia Beach
Hippo Facts
St Lucia, South Africa is situated in KwaZulu Natal and is also situated within iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa's very first world heritage site. The town is almost entirely surrounded by water on the west side the St Lucia Estuary the largest in Africa and on the east side the Indian Ocean.
St Lucia and the surrounding area is home to a large variety of wildlife including an approximate number of 800 Hippos. These Hippos reside in the estuary by day and they may be viewed while out on a Hippo and Croc boat cruise. These tours run daily and if possible try to join the sunset trips as they are just incredible. These Hippos graze an incredible amount of grass each evening and thus some of the Hippos can be seen each evening grazing on the lawns in the town of St Lucia. What an incredible sight I assure you. Should you be overnighting At Heritage House then you are certainly in for a treat as they are seen quite regularly outside the property.
It is estimated that each Hippo will graze up to 30 kilograms of grass each evening. The name Hippopotamus means river horse and is commonly referred to as a Hippo. The Hippo is also the third largest land mammal.
Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park, is the oldest proclaimed nature reserve in Africa. It consists of 960 km² of hilly topography 280 kilometres north of Durban in central KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and is known for its rich wildlife and conservation efforts.
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Park ta' Hluhluwe-iMfolozi
Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park, is the oldest proclaimed nature reserve in Africa. It consists of 960 km² of hilly topography 280 kilometres north of Durban in central KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and is known for its rich wildlife and conservation efforts.
Muzi Pan Adventures
Bird and animal watching.
Activities in False Bay
This area is renowned for an abundant game population and a fascinating variety of bird life. It’s many attractions includes fishing, boating, game viewing, bird watching, photography and hiking. There are also many delightful picnic sites along the shoreline.
Mpophomeni Trail
This trail in the northern part of False Bay Park is divided into two routes. The longer section, about 10 km, takes about 4½ hours to complete, while the shorter one, about 7 km, takes about 3½ hours. Either is a pleasant family walk, particularly as the terrain is not difficult to negotiate and there is a delightful picnic site along the way.
Ingwe Trail
This trail is the shortest in the park and takes 1½ - 2 hours to complete. It is an easy walk and finishes along the shores of False Bay, leading to the camp office.
False Bay
Activities in False Bay
This area is renowned for an abundant game population and a fascinating variety of bird life. It’s many attractions includes fishing, boating, game viewing, bird watching, photography and hiking. There are also many delightful picnic sites along the shoreline.
Mpophomeni Trail
This trail in the northern part of False Bay Park is divided into two routes. The longer section, about 10 km, takes about 4½ hours to complete, while the shorter one, about 7 km, takes about 3½ hours. Either is a pleasant family walk, particularly as the terrain is not difficult to negotiate and there is a delightful picnic site along the way.
Ingwe Trail
This trail is the shortest in the park and takes 1½ - 2 hours to complete. It is an easy walk and finishes along the shores of False Bay, leading to the camp office.
An educational, touch and feed elephant experience – a truly unique & unforgettable experience for all ages.
Meet the majestic Rambo and Rachel – habituated elephants who were rescued after their herd was culled. Experience the thrill and privilege of getting up close to these elephants and be educated about the plight of the mighty African Elephant.
One of our passionate and knowledgeable rangers will talk you through Rambo and Rachel’s history and provide you with interesting facts about elephants. You will be given opportunity to feed Rambo and Rachel as well as touch Rambos ears, behind his tusks, between his legs and even get to feel his tongue! This experience, described as “Life Changing”, is sure to delight visitors.
When the elephants are not greeting visitors, they are roaming freely within the Manyoni Game Reserve with their keepers by their side.
R580 per adult
Bayete Zulu Elephant Interaction
An educational, touch and feed elephant experience – a truly unique & unforgettable experience for all ages.
Meet the majestic Rambo and Rachel – habituated elephants who were rescued after their herd was culled. Experience the thrill and privilege of getting up close to these elephants and be educated about the plight of the mighty African Elephant.
One of our passionate and knowledgeable rangers will talk you through Rambo and Rachel’s history and provide you with interesting facts about elephants. You will be given opportunity to feed Rambo and Rachel as well as touch Rambos ears, behind his tusks, between his legs and even get to feel his tongue! This experience, described as “Life Changing”, is sure to delight visitors.
When the elephants are not greeting visitors, they are roaming freely within the Manyoni Game Reserve with their keepers by their side.
R580 per adult